Refuges And Reserves Collection

Florida panther, Felis concolor coryi, resting on the ground in a woodland
Florida panther (Felis concolor coryi) resting on the ground in the woodland of a wildlife conservation area. The Florida panther is one the endangered species found at White Oak Conservation

Brown bears fishing for salmon in Kuril Lake in Russia
Brown bears (Ursus arctos), also known as Grizzlies, fish for salmon in one of the best spots where the Ozernaya River flows into Kurilskoe Lake under the backdrop of a volcano

Brown bears fishing for salmon in Kuril Lake in Russia
Brown bears (Ursus arctos) fish for salmon in Kuril Lake. So many salmon--pink, chum, sockeye, coho, chinook, and masu--flood the waters that typically solitary brown bears crowd together; Kamchatka

Brown bears fishing for salmon in Kuril Lake in Russia
Brown bears (Ursus arctos) fish for salmon in one of the best spots where the Ozernaya River flows into Kurilskoe Lake. An abundant food supply attracts the bears, also known as grizzlies

North America United States Midwestern States
Spring view of the badlands of Painted Canyon located within the park

A bog star flower in a river-edge meadow

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Texas madrone tree limbs

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A close view of an agave plant

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Claret cup cactus flowers

Wild American bison roam on a game preserve in Kansas, USA
Wild American bison (Bison bison) roam on a game preserve in Kansas, USA; Canton, Kansas, United States of America

Mexican free-tailed bats fleeing Eckert James River Bat Cave Preserve, Texas, USA
Mexican free-tailed bats (Tadarida brasiliensis) fleeing Eckert James River Bat Cave Preserve in Texas, USA; Mason, Texas, United States of America

Sunset and silhouettes over water
Twilight over the waters of a panther national wildlife refuge in Florida, USA; Florida, United States of America

Grey foal with a red mane
Grey foal with a red and black mane, protected in Pryor Mountain Wild Horse Range; Lovell, Wyoming, United States of America

Stud challenging a paint stallion as they moved toward a water hole; Frenchglen, Oregon, United States of America

Mustang stallion in the Wild Horse Sanctuary, California, USA; Shingleton, California, United States of America

Foal resting in a bed of chamomile flowers
Protected foal rests in a bed of chamomile flowers at a Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown, California, United States of America

Stallions battle for mares during the foaling season; Lantry, South Dakota, United States of America

Mustang fights a roan stallion at a Wild Horse Sanctuary
Mustang fights a roan stallion at the Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown, California, United States of America

Wild mustang with blue eyes and piebald colouring of brown and white at a Wild Horse Conservation Center; Lantry, South Dakota, United States of America

Mustang horses rearing up in a fight
Mustang horses standing in a fighting stance. This Catnip herd were bred for the US Calvary in the 1800s. They are mostly palomino and paints

Stallions bite and battle at the Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown, California, United States of America

Two foals stand together watching studs fight
Two foals watch studs fight, learning the behavior they will imitate; Shingletown, California, United States of America

Bald eagles perched in a tree over a stream in early morning mist

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"Preserving Nature's Beauty: Exploring Refuges and Reserves" A bog star flower in a river-edge meadow, showcasing the delicate wonders found within refuges and reserves. The Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge - a sanctuary dedicated to protecting these majestic creatures from extinction. Witnessing the birth of new life - a grey foal with a vibrant red mane, symbolizing hope for future generations. A stud challenging a paint stallion, reminding us of the fierce yet captivating battles fought for dominance in nature's kingdom. Mustang stallions roam freely at the Wild Horse Sanctuary in California, embodying strength and resilience against all odds. Finding solace amidst chamomile flowers - a foal rests peacefully, surrounded by nature's soothing embrace within refuges and reserves. Stallions fiercely compete during the foaling season, their thunderous clashes echoing through protected lands as they vie for mares' affections. Witnessing untamed beauty unfold - an intense battle between a mustang and roan stallion at a Wild Horse Sanctuary captures our imagination. Mesmerizing blue eyes meet piebald coloring on this wild mustang; an enchanting reminder that diversity thrives within refuges and reserves. In these sanctuaries of tranquility, refuges and reserves offer us glimpses into untouched landscapes where wildlife flourishes undisturbed by human intervention or exploitation. These havens serve as vital guardians of biodiversity, preserving fragile ecosystems while providing safe spaces for endangered species to thrive. From the breathtaking sight of bog star flowers adorning river-edge meadows to witnessing rare encounters like Florida Panthers roaming freely in their natural habitat at the eponymous refuge – each moment spent exploring these protected areas is filled with wonderment. Within these realms exists an intricate tapestry woven by nature itself – where grey foals with fiery red manes symbolize the resilience and hope that springs forth from these protected lands.